Here’s a thought…
“It wasn’t a Blue Wave; it was an American Tsunami!”
Fire Dept’s Town Hall Describes Rescue Boat Grant
Dave Halloran, Sheriff Rob Nou and Orcas Fire and Rescue Chief Kevin O'Brien field questions from those gathered at the Town Hall to discuss the Marine Operations User's Group participation in funding a new, all-services emergency vessel Sheriff obtains $785,000 grant for "all-hazards public safety" vessel. By Margie
“The Magistrate” Opens Orcas Center’s 2013 Season
John Lithgow at his ridiculous best, in "The Magistrate" Thursday, Jan. 17 Thursday, January 17 at 7:30 p.m. at Orcas Center Celebrate the start of Orcas Center’s 2013 Season with John Lithgow who stars in "The Magistrate," a hilarious play streaming live from the National Theatre in London
Sewer District Moves Ahead into New Year of Accomplishments
By Margie Doyle (Updated from original post of Jan. 6, 2013 with input from Roy Light, ESWD Superintendent, and Sue Kimple, ESWD Office Manager) Carl Yurdin, current Chair of the Eastsound Sewer and Water District, announced recently that all of Bonnie Brae and some OPAL Commons homeowners have signed agreements
Guest Column: Lawsuit Update and Funds Request from Property Rights Group
From the Citizen’s Alliance for Property Rights, San Juan Chapter (CAPR) On October 12, 2012 a lawsuit was filed against San Juan County for violations of Washington State’s Open Public Meetings Act (“OPMA”). The complaint alleges that“Individual Council members participated in three-person subcommittee meetings,” and they knew, or should have
Letter to the Editor: Ayers Has Creative, Pragmatic Approach
Dear Editor, I am writing to express support for Greg Ayers. My support is based on: His creative and pragmatic ideas for increasing the health of our economy. Please note, I’m not the only one who values his thoughts – he is a small business advisor for the Obama administration
Letter to the Editor: Byers Helps Clarify Thoughts
You may have had the experience of speaking out in a discussion or public meeting and afterwards feeling that you didn’t quite say what you meant. Too many distractions, too little time, the issues are too complex, you hadn’t really thought it all through... there are all sorts of reasons
James Ekberg Dies as Vehicle Crashes
From Sheriff Rob Nou Jim Ekberg, December 2012. On Thursday, January 10, 2013 at about 8:40 p.m. a single vehicle traffic crash was reported along Crescent Beach Rd on Orcas Island. Emergency responders found the operator of the vehicle dead at the scene. James E. Ekberg, 71, of
Letter to the Editor: Hughes Shows Leadership Style and Focus
Dear Editor, Leadership has been in short supply in many areas of our government and Americans of all parties and beliefs have called out for leaders who will solve big problems by bringing people and solutions together. Leadership comes with the responsibility to set a strategic direction after considering all
Sunshine Welcomes the Weekend!
Friday, January 11, 2013 Karaoke! The Lower Tavern at 9 p.m. Kevin Long Live at Doe Bay. Live acoustic show, 7 p.m. More Info: www.kevinlongmusic.com. Please call 376.8059 for reservations! Saturday, January 12, 2013 Ski Bus to Mt. Baker with the Orcas Park and Rec.Winter Ride – Single Saturday trips
Orcas Youth Conservation Core Planning Meeting
Monday, January 14, 5:30-7 p.m., The Funhouse Commons Lopez Island Conservation Corps. Orcas Youth Conservation Core (OYCC) is hosting a potluck and discussion as part of the planning process for this new program for island youth. The meeting will be facilitated by R.J. Myers, Outdoor Educator, and Morgan
Barnes, Kafka, and Coetzee: Literature with Fadem Class
Richard Fadem will offer a literature class Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. beginning on February 28 for 4-5 weeks, at the Orcas Senior Center. The class will discuss Julian Barnes' The Sense of an Ending (2011); Franz Kafka's "A Report to an Academy" (1917); and J. M. Coetzee's Elizabeth
Rosario’s Festival of Trees Winners Announced
Orcas Animal Protection Society wins first prize in Rosario's "Festival of Trees" Rosario Resort & Spa’s Festival of Trees raised funding for ten local non-profit organizations. Through the purchase of voting tickets the public donated a total of $1,474, with each organization receiving the funds collected at their
Photographer Robert Dash Adds his “Voice” to Coal Port Protests
Robert Dash's composite picture of a state ferry and a bulk carrier underway in the Salish Sea By Margie Doyle Robert Dash, Orcas island photographer and teacher, has been involved in OrcasNOCOALition efforts to encourage scoping comments regarding the Gateway Pacific/Cherry Point Coal Terminal. In addition to submitting
Letter to the Editor: Council Candidates Offer Alternatives
The upcoming Council election has candidates from each district who give voters a welcome alternative to the prior Council’s approach to governing. Brian McClerren from Lopez, Bob Jarman and Marc Forlenza from San Juan and Rick Hughes, Greg Ayers and Lisa Byers from Orcas Island were not part of the
Council Candidates Election Forum this Wednesday on Orcas
The League of Women Voters of the San Juans, Orcas Sub-unit will host a County Council Candidates' Forum on Wednesday, January 16 from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Orcas Senior Center. The forum will be moderated by Margie Doyle, Board Member of the LWV/SJ. Candidates for the primary election
Orcas Christian School Hosts Community Asian Dinner
Tuesday, January 15, from 5 to 7:30 p.m.at the Orcas Christian School The first of three Community Dinners at Orcas Christian School is fast approaching -- a free, all-you-can-eat Asian meal will be served to all on the island. On the menu is Chinese Egg Drop Soup, Chow Fun Noodles, Fried
